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Why "filled a lawsuit" won’t hold up in court
Lloyd Cooper 03/10/2024, 17:30
What kind of error is it?
Spelling/Typographical Error
Why do people make this mistake?
This error may arise from a typographical mistake or a misunderstanding of the correct phrase. People might accidentally type "filled" instead of "filed" either due to a typing slip or a lapse in correctly recalling the legal terminology.
What is correct?
The correct phrase is "filed a lawsuit". This is the standard legal terminology used to indicate that someone has officially submitted a legal case to a court.
Examples of correct usage
- The plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the corporation.
- After the incident, she filed a lawsuit for damages.
- The company filed a lawsuit to challenge the new regulations.
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